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The Valley of Acrea awaits—Stray Blade is 40% off during the Steam Spring Sale!Mar 16, 2025 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1621990/Stray_Blade/ Step into the shoes of a resurrected adventurer bound to the mystical Valley of Acrea, where every battle sharpens your skills and every encounter changes the world. Discover a world that remembers your actions in Stray Blade, an action RPG that blends intense melee combat with deep exploration. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/6d6bfa63fc16bec73918a55d3835bb71f472e8ed.jpg Since launch, Stray Blade has continued evolving. The 1.7 combat rework introduced more fluid battles with refined defensive mechanics, while the Valley of Strays DLC expanded the story with new challenges, enemies, and locations to uncover. As you master the powers of the Acrean Metals, you’ll unlock abilities that shape your journey. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/bd07dbe236a646765698e563519b5cc7d55f5636.png With its dynamic world, rich lore, and responsive combat, Stray Blade offers a fresh take on the action RPG experience. Get it now for 40% off during the Steam Sale and see if you have what it takes to uncover the valley’s long-lost secrets. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/91400851c074ee6b0d0b5abc352743f570235dea.png https://store.steampowered.com/app/1621990/Stray_Blade/Stray Blade is 35% off during the Steam Autumn SaleDec 1, 2024 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1621990/Stray_Blade/ Venture into the enigmatic Valley of Acrea with Stray Blade, an action RPG that combines intense combat with rich exploration. As a resurrected adventurer, you're bound to this mystical land alongside your loyal companion, Boji, a Xhinnon wolf. Together, you'll uncover the secrets of a forgotten civilization, mastering the powers of the three Acrean Metals to restore balance to a war-torn realm. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/75c17539f690a9bdbe8f7d27234abbcab231affc.jpg Since its release, Stray Blade has seen significant enhancements to enrich the player experience. The 1.7 update introduced a comprehensive combat rework, removing attack indicators to heighten immersion and adjusting defensive actions for a more fluid and responsive battle system. Additionally, the "Valley of Strays" DLC expansion offers new story content, inviting players to protect Acrea from emerging threats and explore uncharted territories within the valley. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/254a650be31ff6d9a1bbcfe20d4ff8afb267ce12.png The game's dynamic world responds to your actions, ensuring that revisiting areas presents fresh challenges and opportunities. With a focus on fun over frustration, Stray Blade provides explicit in-game combat indicators, allowing players to master hyper-responsive combat scenarios and explore ancient ruins for rare crafting materials. The evolving environment and the bond with Boji add depth to the narrative, making each playthrough a unique adventure. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/a91cf44459a1e441a0a7d5fc2d36ef35d9119361.jpg During the Steam Autumn Sale, Stray Blade is available at a 35% discount, offering an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in its captivating world. Don't miss this chance to experience a game that seamlessly blends challenging combat with a richly detailed universe. Embark on your journey today and witness the ever-changing landscape of Acrea. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/566c611751c0e243d90b6b1f783b25719019cf1f.jpg https://store.steampowered.com/app/1621990/Stray_Blade/35% off Stray Blade during the 505 Games Publisher SaleSep 27, 2024 - Community Announcementshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1621990/Stray_Blade/ Enter the enigmatic Valley of Acrea in Stray Blade, an action RPG that thrusts you into a land rife with ancient mysteries and untamed power. You assume the role of an adventurer resurrected from the brink of death, bound to this mystifying realm alongside your spirited companion, Boji. Together, you'll delve into the depths of a forgotten civilization, hone a dynamic and visceral combat system, and influence a world on the edge of transformation. The environment evolves in response to your actions, ensuring that every choice you make shapes the ever-changing tapestry of Acrea. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/bfe1d6c7d75b50989cae2e49c043ec19a6be979d.jpg There's no better time to forge your destiny. Experience a seamless blend of captivating storytelling and adrenaline-fueled battles that reward both strategy and skill. Explore breathtaking vistas, confront formidable foes, and uncover ancient relics that hold the key to restoring balance. Don't miss this limited-time opportunity to dive into a rich, immersive world where adventure awaits at every turn. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/a91cf44459a1e441a0a7d5fc2d36ef35d9119361.jpg https://store.steampowered.com/app/1621990/Stray_Blade/Stray Blade: Valley of Strays Story Expansion + New Update!Nov 15, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsStray Blade: Valley of Strays DLC launches today on Steam! We are also thrilled to share a big update fixing issues and making several worthwhile improvements. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2430460/Stray_Blade__Valley_of_Strays/ Enjoy a new story DLC expansion for Stray Blade. Watch the new trailer: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/d45a8b4703794214283cb1797510e55150fb7032.jpg Play now and get a 40% discount on Steam! Now is the perfect time to jump into Stray Blade and enjoy all the incredible new content. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2430460/Stray_Blade__Valley_of_Strays/Stray Blade 1.7 Patch live!Jun 1, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsGreetings Stray Blade community, We are thrilled to announce that the Stray Blade 1.7 update is live on Steam and ready to play. We included patch notes below. To celebrate this big patch Stray Blade is currently 20% off on Steam. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/d12548bcfe0f0bfd223834bd64d586ab06242ab3.png Combat Adjustments - The Combat Rework! o Attack indicators were removed with associated limitations on defensive actions (except for certain powerful and boss attacks that will still be unparryable, marked by a red glow). o Increased dodge ranges to increase mobility. o The Tutorials were adjusted to reflect the combat system changes. - Reduced the camera stutters. - Camera adjustments to make for a more pleasant experience (a.k.a the combat camera doesn't fight your camera input anymore). - Increased weapon mastery speed. - Reduced slow motion effect when getting hit. - Reduced Irakka hitbox sizes, as well as general adjustments (less hp, less charge attack damage). - Fixed target switch not working on Training Dummies in the tutorial. - Increased damage of Rotten Longsword heavy attack and reduced HP of tutorial enemies for smoother first encounters. - Increased radius for perfect dodges slightly again. - Increased poise regens delays of enemies across the board. - Equalized backstab damage to create consistency (with some higher damage exceptions) - Adjusted hitboxes of some creatures (Irakka, Broodmother, Gwar). - Adjusted difficulty presets slightly. - Fixed possibility to cancel knockback death animation with jump. - Fixed Xhinnon general hitboxes, various timing adjustments on attacks and stagger. Collectibles & Exploration - The Story Note "Creature Studies 3" is not missable anymore. - Corrected subregion display of the Arcane Forge within the Tamed Peaks from "Chilling Passage" to "The Ascent". - Ensured that all Acrean Legacies are not missable. - Added chests containing bone dust within the first half of the Everforest. - Added more crafting stations in the Everforest. - Increased drop rates of crafting resources. - Changed miscellaneous flavor voice lines throughout the game. Trophies & Achievements - All of these achievements were reported as problematic, and are now fixed in 1.7! We also added achievement re-evaluations on level load to ensure that all players get the unlocks if they encountered the issues before. o Globetrotter: Find all Flux Fungi. o Forest Expert: Complete the Everforest to 100%. o Mountain Lover: Complete the Tamed Peaks to 100%. o Wasteland Connoisseur: Complete the Seething Wastelands to 100%. o Explorer by Heart: Complete the Convergence to 100%. o Sponsor: Skill Boji up to 100%. - Story Notes and Armor chests will now be counted in the Collectible lists on the world map. - Fixed "Shapes in the fog" story note being missable. Other fixed Issues & Problems - Updated Credits. - Removed Enemy Attack Indicators option from the settings menu. - Fixed the ResolutionScale setting being reset on startup. - Fixed diff...Patch 1.7 & New Open BetaMay 19, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsThis time we want to start by thanking all of you brave adventurers who dared to venture into the depths of Acrea, fighting their way through the most dangerous foes and giving us so much feedback on the combat, exploration, and more! Thank You Stray Blade Patch 1.6May 16, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHave you ever wondered where Boji vanishes to when you are taking your well-earned breaks? Well, Boji visited us in Berlin not too long ago to tell us about all the adventures you had in Acrea! But while he had many positive things to share, he also told us about all the troubles and problems some of you encountered. We rolled up our sleeves and got to work, trying to patch as many things as possible - "with feeling" of course! Underneath you will find a list with already fixed issues - and don't worry, more is coming! Boss Fixes & Tweaks Boji: "Bosses who jump down abysses, slam their heads into the ground ... Being captured for hundreds of years surely can't be healthy but ... Did they lose their minds?" The Intium General - The Intium General is now invulnerable before activated to prevent activation by hitting him. - General improvements to his combat behavior, tweaking his attacks and patterns. Tezuth the Champion - Tezuth no longer follows the player into the abyss. End Boss - The invisible volumes around the arena were adjusted, so the boss should no longer be able to die from fall damage. Combat Adjustments Boji: "Farren is a brilliant fighter, you know? But sometimes when Farren gets killed, it doesn't feel just. And believe me, I have seen Farren die again and again, so I know the difference!" - The dodge range backwards has been increased for slightly improved mobility. - Farren will no longer take damage from all enemies when successfully parrying. - Simultaneous attacks by multiple enemies have been removed unless they are triggered by proximity. - The tolerance window for receiving energy restoration on dodges has been increased. - The exploit of using infinite Xhinnon Vision attacks with the "Serpent and Viper"-weapon has been removed. Collectibles & Exploration Boji: "I think Farren is finally starting to like Acrea! There are so many things to see and find - but sometimes things just seem to vanish, and some paths are pretty dangerous, leading to us being stuck for hours!" - The Story Note "No progress" in Tamed Peaks won't vanish any longer. - The Flux Fungus at Heaven's Climb Temple was moved inside the temple. - Increased radius for collecting dropped loot. - Unintended path within the Seething Wastelands was fixed, as it led to critical sequence break which blocked further progress. Other fixed Issues & Problems Boji: "I hope I am not losing my mind as well, but it feels like sometimes I just don't know what abilities I already have, and which not! I know Acrea is a magical, wonderful and sometimes strange place - but some things are too strange for even me!" - Boji's Skill Tree visuals for fully skilled attributes have been fixed. - The "skill learnable"- animation for Boji's Skill Tree which sometimes didn't play has been fixed. - A UI VFX animation has been added to the Energy Bar for when it is empty. - The Health Bars of enemies that didn't display zero HP when they died have been fixed. - The unintended "weapon chest co...Update Notes for Patch 1.4Apr 21, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsFixed Tezuth becoming invisible. Irakka balancing. Resolved Brootmother collision issue. Widened parry timing on all weapons. Fixed settings saving issue. Patch #1 - 20th of AprilApr 20, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsChange log: Fixed bug that cause bosses to not really die Fixed special attack cooldown Fixed attack highlight for ghosts Fixed inventory weapon tooltip showing after cinematic events Fixed minor bugs Stray Blade Available Now!Apr 20, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsAre you ready to fight for your freedom? The wait is over-one of the most anticipated action-adventure titles of 2023 is finally here! Stray Blade is now available for purchase. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1621990/Stray_Blade/ We’re truly excited for you to experience Stray Blade. We cannot thank you enough for your ongoing encouragement throughout these years of development. We appreciate your support and thank you all for sharing your love of Stray Blade. Such devotion should be shown off. Share your amazing videos, screenshots, fan art, cosplay, and more with the community! Post them here on Steam, the Stray Blade Discord server, and r/strayblade. Watch the launch trailer here! Embark on a journey to Acrea the Lost Valley, a once peaceful valley torn asunder by war and death. Navigate a vibrant, ancient world wrought with destruction as a resurrected adventurer who perished in the ruins. Travel alongside Boji, the Adventurer’s Xhinnon Wolf companion responsible for their second chance at life and uncover the forgotten treasures lying in the deepest corners of a world altered by the Adventurer’s actions. Now eternally bound to the land they wander. The Adventurer must build a lasting bond with Boji to regain their freedom. Discover lore to advance Boji’s craftsmanship and create powerful new weapons to master a hyper-responsive combat system. Balance quick reactions with adaptable strategies to affect the flow of combat and subsequently change the world. Watch time continue to march forward with each failure. Restore peace to colorful city ruins, frozen caverns, curving canyons, decaying throne rooms of towering god-kings, and other overgrown areas buried by time. Approach death with a defiant grin. Explore an approachable cycle of life and death until the valley resembles its halcyon days. Thanks to explicit in-game indicators for combat, Stray Blade focuses on fun instead of frustration. Witness the world-altering effects of the Adventurer’s actions by revisiting areas — but do not be shaken by the greater challenges lying in wait. Stray Blade launches today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, EPIC, and Steam. Buy Stray Blade during the exclusive launch sale for a 20% discount at $27.99 / €27.99. Stay connected: Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Join our Subreddit Follow our Instagram Follow our TikTok Visit our website Join our DiscordStray Blade SoundtrackApr 4, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsNikola Nikita Jeremić, a composer famous for his many well-known projects, is now bringing the Stray Blade soundtrack to life, including over 25 tracks. Enjoy a variety of different styles played on dark, modern synthesizers backed by a rich and powerful orchestral arrangement. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/5d10fef40c110006891892dda86e8b10d58117eb.jpg All provided in mp3 format. Join Boji and enjoy lots of epic tracks starting April 20. OST Details: https://505.games/SBOST Join the Stray Blade Discord Server to chat live with the community: Discord Stray Blade subreddit: RedditStray Blade launches globally on April 20, 2023Feb 14, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsHappy Valentine’s Day. We love our community so much that we wanted to give you all a special release date gift to mark the occasion. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/a3496f6b6635974aed13d03d9227c05de04024ff.jpg Stray Blade launches globally on April 20, 2023. Stray Blade was featured during the 2023 Gamestar/Webedia FYNG event yesterday. The broadcast showcased new Stray Blade details including an interview with Nicholas Zamo from Point Blank Games, new boss footage, and more. Check out these new Stray Blade images: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/a91cf44459a1e441a0a7d5fc2d36ef35d9119361.jpg Wishlist Stray Blade to stay up to date on all big updates, community happenings, and more. https://505.games/SteamSB {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/16714a328b83e1d712e02fa48515aa5cb7fbc3ae.jpg Last call to register for the Stray Blade Beta! This is your chance to be among the first to play Stray Blade. All Beta Testers will also be featured in the game credits! Register for the Stray Blade Beta here: https://505.games/SBBeta {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/5473a8d1190a085ac5a02c46e423eb5c0920b3fe.jpg Chat live with the official Stray Blade community on Discord at: http://505.games/SBDiscord or join the Stray Blade subreddit at https://505.games/SBReddit Visit the Stray Blade website for all other details: http://www.stray-blade.com {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/bfe1d6c7d75b50989cae2e49c043ec19a6be979d.jpg Stray Blade Story Trailer and LoreOct 27, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsWatch the new Stray Blade Story Trailer. Embark on an unforgettable journey and discover the story of Acrea and its ancient legacy. Reveal the whole history that turned the peaceful valley into a place of war, death, and tales that have been passed down by the world’s greatest dynasties for centuries. Use this knowledge to destroy the relics of the past and restore peace in the war-torn valley. If you are interested in learning the lore behind Stray Blade then visit us on Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, Facebook, and Discord. We add new lore to our socials every few days. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/22c3134c7c54a924c6cabd37ada5b9d5bd1257fb.jpg Our Journey continues. As we leave the Everforest behind, deep snow and piercing cold greet us at dwindling heights. We made it - To the top. The Tamed Peaks! We shall soon see what awaits us up here. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/f9fc85d520ad81720dd66c97ab266beb87d4e8d6.jpg It is rumored deep inside the Everforest, behind locked doors, rests its old ruler. Until his return, the temples lie in silent wait, dreaming of their glorious past. Catch up on the Stray Blade story and Acrean lore: Instagram Twitter Facebook Reddit Discord {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/85fca31b9ae0f0cb1078591c6db59e777f64ef23.jpg Register for the Stray Blade Beta! This is your chance to be among the first to play Stray Blade. All Beta Testers will also be featured in the game credits! Register for the Stray Blade Beta here: https://505.games/SBBeta Chat live with the official Stray Blade community on Discord at https: http://505.games/SBDiscord Visit the Stray Blade website for all other details: http://www.stray-blade.com Stray Blade Trailer Featured at Tokyo Game Show 2022Sep 16, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsWatch the new Tokyo Game Show 2022 Trailer here: You can now register for the Stray Blade Beta! This is your chance to be among the first to play Stray Blade. All Beta Testers will also be featured in the game credits! Register for the Stray Blade Beta here: https://505.games/SBBeta {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/8257deafc03be5ea360dbbabb4f1cd645990ca6d.jpg Join the official Stray Blade community on Discord at https: http://505.games/SBDiscord Visit the Stray Blade website for all other details: http://www.stray-blade.comStray Blade Progression Trailer Featured at Gamescom 2022Aug 25, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsLearn more about the progression process in the new Stray Blade trailer. To master your weapon you need to explore the valley of Acrea and loot items which you can then use to craft a powerful weapons. Level up and use your points wisely in the skill tree to become stronger to survive the enemies and creatures you will fight. Search for lost lore and defeat legendary bosses to see what secrets await you in Stray Blade. Check out the new Progression Trailer here: You can now register for the Stray Blade Beta! This is your chance to be among the first to play Stray Blade. All Beta Testers will also be featured in the game credits! Register for the Stray Blade Beta here: https://505.games/SBBeta Join the official Stray Blade community on Discord at https: http://505.games/SBDiscord Visit the Stray Blade website for all other details: http://www.stray-blade.comRegister for the Stray Blade Beta and Watch the new Combat TrailerApr 17, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsGreetings Gamers, The time has come to register for the Stray Blade Beta! This is your chance to be among the first to play Stray Blade. All Beta Testers will also be featured in the game credits! You can register for the Stray Blade Beta here: https://505.games/SBBeta To be eligible for the Stray Blade Beta you will need to be a member of the official Stray Blade Discord server located at https://discord.gg/strayblade. All Beta Tester discussions will take place on Discord. We are also excited to share a new combat trailer for Stray Blade featuring details regarding your companion Boji. You can watch the new trailer here: The Stray Blade Beta will take place on Steam. You can wishlist Stray Blade and check out all Stray Blade announcements on Steam at https://505.games/SteamSB Soulslike Stray Blade shows off furry companion BojiApr 15, 2022 - PCGamesNPublisher 505 Games has released a new combat trailer for the upcoming fantasy action RPG Stray Blade from developer Point Blank Games. Stray Blade takes place in the colourful lands of Acrea, centering around soulslike action which the devs mysteriously describe as "the high noon of melee weapon combat." It boasts a variety of weapon types including sword and shield, lance, mace, dual wielded daggers, and more available to wield against your foes. The combat looks to feature a system of enemy attack anticipation and dodging that should feel familiar to any soulslike fans, with players able to roll and sidestep to deftly avoid incoming blows. Combat footage shows off parrying and blocking too, as well as some rather flashy special moves and finishers. Careful exploration will also give players access to secret passages around the map and, in true Metroidvania fashion, abilities unlocked as the game progresses will allow for additional exploration in previously visited areas. This latest trailer also introduces a furry friend - the Xhinnon wolf companion Boji. Boji is a handy little fellow who can pounce onto enemies to distract and disable them, fire off ranged arcane blasts, and even revive the player should you take a fatal blow during combat. His powers will increase as your bond with Boji improves. Read the rest of the story... Register for the Stray Blade Beta and Watch the new Combat TrailerApr 14, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsGreetings Gamers, The time has come to register for the Stray Blade Beta! This is your chance to be among the first to play Stray Blade. All Beta Testers will also be featured in the game credits! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/8257deafc03be5ea360dbbabb4f1cd645990ca6d.jpg You can register for the Stray Blade Beta here: https://505.games/SBBeta To be eligible for the Stray Blade Beta you will need to be a member of the official Stray Blade Discord server located at https://discord.gg/strayblade. All Beta Tester discussions will take place on Discord. We are also excited to share a new combat trailer for Stray Blade featuring details regarding your companion Boji. You can watch the new trailer here: The Stray Blade Beta will take place on Steam. You can wishlist Stray Blade and check out all Stray Blade announcements on Steam at https://505.games/SteamSBStray Blade Developer Interview – Combat ExperienceFeb 10, 2022 - Community AnnouncementsGreetings Stray Blade Community, We had the opportunity to chat with Vincent from Point Blank Games to dive a bit deeper into the combat experience in Stray Blade. Vincent also gave us some insights into the development process, background story, and more. Check it out here! What is Stray Blade: Stray Blade is an Action RPG where you play a rogue Adventurer exploring the ancient Valley of Acrea with your companion Boji. Stray Blade combines a fast and tight combat with metroidvania elements in an exploration focused world. Change is part of your journey where every victory leaves a mark in the world. Time keeps moving forward even if you die. Revisit the places of former victory and experience the changes you brought to the world. But beware! Your actions will lead to even greater challenges. Stray Blade Combat TrailerDec 15, 2021 - Community AnnouncementsGreetings Stray Blade Community, We appreciate our incredible fans who took the time to Wishlist Stray Blade Steam. We wanted to show our thanks by closing out 2021 with a combat trailer to keep the excitement pumping for the Stray Blade launch in 2022. Here are some combat comments from the Stray Blade development team at Points Blank Games: In an Action-RPG it is important that the player can immerse themselves in the game. Not only in the world, but especially into the character they are playing. Therefore, we spent countless hours of work to ensure there is no disconnect between the player’s action and those of their character. The combat experience in Stray Blade is unlike in any other game. With a wide variety of different ways to engage combat, the player must constantly decide which fighting style suits the given situation best. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41110722/058b3fb8436d78b4fea635c6048dfe2a336735fd.png To dictate the direction of battles, our players have a variety of different fighting styles. Our combat system allows quick reactions, precise attacks, and of course devastating blows. We combined strategic anticipation of enemy attacks with multiple ways to counter them. Our weapons are unique in their use. They must be fully mastered before reaching their full potential. No matter with what style the player wants to approach the game, Stray Blade will have the right weapon for it. That combined with fluid animations and epic cinematic finishers, the player truly gets the unique combat experience. We would love to hear your opinion of Stray Blade so please tag us on social at #strayblade, leave us a comment in the Steam community hub, or chat live with the community on Discord.

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